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Isdaan is a place that took the definition of the restaurant to a whole new level. A floating restaurant that take customers into a different world. That's how I define Isdaan Floating Restaurant of Calauan, Laguna. Though Isdaan Floating Restaurant is a Thailand inspired place, with all those larger than life statues of Buddhas, little monks, and mermaids, they still managed to incorporate a touch of Filipino culture through their food. Yup, they serve to appetizer Filipino food here. By the way, another site of Isdaan is located in the northern part of Luzon - Gerona, Tarlac. They have the same vibe so it will be just a matter of how close you are on these two sites in terms of deciding on which branch you're going to pick and visit.As we reach Isdaan Floating Restaurant, my initial reaction was astounded. I can't help myself as my eyes went wide because of amusement on the beauty of this restaurant. I have already seen this place on the internet and photos but still, I was blown away of its architectural design as well as how artistic this place was built and constructed.
One of the highlights of this place is the entrance as you come in the place. You will be walking in between tall statues. This gives visitors a feel like they're not in the Philippines anymore. Under your feet is a pond because you are also walking above a bamboo trail since this is a floating restaurant. The whole place is a large fish pond. One can do fishing in which they can ask the staff of Isdaan to cook their catches. Aside from the very South East Asian vibe of the place, it has an impressive Fiesta atmosphere which is very Filipino in a sense. There are bands that serenade each nipa hut, performers, and actors that perform acrobatic stunts and other extraordinary talents. It is a happy place. Everyone will definitely have a good time when they visit Isdaan Floating Restaurant. Isdaan didn't forget the interest of the kids. Bikes and trolleys for children are available which can be rented. They also installed statues of cartoon characters, animals and other personalities that will surely love by kids and kids alike (like me and my parents). These include angry birds, Batman, Pres. Barack and a lot more.
Actually, I and my parents felt like we were foreign tourists inland of Thailand during our stay in Isdaan. Mermaid Buddhas were everywhere in Isdaan and they're more than life-sized statues. In addition, to this are the bamboo pathways and cottages which add flavor and makes Isdaan more to be like ancient Thailand. we were then directed to our cottage. We've given a small but cute nipa hut that can accommodate up to 4 persons but since we were only 2 on this trip it was more than enough for us. Then the waiter hand over us their menu... a long list of menu. It was as long as 3 sheets of long bond paper and it is written back to back containing their list of foods. We had a hard time picking what food to eat because there were a bunch to choose from. I also noticed that their target clients are family and groupies because their servings come in bundles or in kilos.
- Monte De Ramos, Paul John
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